The Fence Post

An Investment in Safety--with Invaluable Returns

Wire mesh can be used as an effective railing safety barrier on stairs, decks, and walkways. Attached to a framework, the small openings of the mesh can prevent children from falling and restrain objects from falling on people below.

• Both woven and welded wire mesh can be used

There are mesh and wire gauges available to meet a wide variety of safety requirements. And there are many different ways to put together an effective barrier.

Some examples:

• Strong 12.5 gauge woven wire field fence used as safety mesh along a river walk. The fence is turned upside down and the top edge is bent over for added strength. The fence is stapled to wood posts. 

  • Welded wire 2" x 4" fencing used as safety mesh along a pathway to keep people from falling down the river bank--a simple solution. The top 4" of the fence is doubled over. This strengthens the mesh and allows the top of the fencing to be stapled to the top of the post for extra strength.  

• This picture shows 14 gauge 1" x 2" mesh secured to wood posts.

• Here we have 1" x 1" mesh that's mounted in a metal frame. The frame is then attached to a finished railing assembly.

The Birmingham Zoo used vinyl coated welded wire mesh as safety panels along walkways and in deck railings. There are many other ways of using wire meshes to provide a safety mesh where required. The application and installation can be both simple and complex depending on what is required.

Security for Your Horse

A Choice of Two Styles of Fence

     • Will you be boarding the horse at a different location or keeping it on your own property?

     • Are you getting a horse for yourself or for your children?

There are two types of woven wire mesh fences ideal for horse paddocks: 

A 2" x 4" Woven Horse Fence

        Featuring:

• Galvanized class 1 or class 3 finish for protection from rust and corrosion
• Black painted wire with heavy duty class 3 coating - blends into background
• Long lifetime
• Heavy 10 gauge top and bottom wires
• 12.5 gauge filler wires
• Strong square knots safely secure vertical and horizontal wires
• 2" x 4" openings prevent hoof entanglement
• Flexible - allows "racking" over uneven ground contours
• No uneven or sharp wires to injure animals
• 48" and 60" heights in 100' rolls

The Strong Keepsafe Diamond Mesh Woven Horse Fence 

        Featuring:

• Galvanized - class 1 and class 3 
• Close spacing of wires prevents hooves from becoming entangled
• Fence has spring and flexibility
• Horizontal wires - heavy double strands of 12.5 gauge wires are twisted for strength
• Vertical wires - 14 gauge wires create the V mesh
• Requires little maintenance when installed
• Rugged long lasting fence
• No sharp edges to harm horses or people
• 50" x 165' and 58" x 165' rolls available

Helpful Fixed Knot Technique

A video showing you the best methods and wonderful tips for installing fixed knot fence, including safety considerations.

 Helping Plants Thrive

Hortonova is an extruded polypropylene support netting made by Tenax. It is designed to help you grow healthy and thriving flowers and plants. Whether you're a commercial grower or a backyard gardener, Hortonova will be a great addition to your garden. There are different mesh sizes and roll sizes available for both vegetables and flowers. Use the following suggestions to properly set up your netting:

Hortonova Installation for Vegetables:

1. Set supporting posts 25 feet apart. Stretch cable from top of one post to the other.
2. Secure net to first post with nylon string.
3. Attach netting along cable by running nylon string through top meshes.

1. Erect strong wood or metal support posts with pre-drilled holes fr each layer of net required during growth cycle.
2. Post should be set at maximum distance of 20 feet apart.
3. Bolt wooden crossbar between each set of support posts at first level.
4. Pull mesh taut and attach or weave netting to the wood crossbar.
5. For added support, weave 16 gauge wire along the edge of netting and to vertical support posts.
6. Add subsequent layers of netting as growth cycle progresses.

And here's an excellent demonstration about trellising your garden.

Try Hortonova. Give your plants every advantage and enjoy the satisfaction of a larger and better quality yield.